Flight Tracker
N5639H
1949 PIPER PA-16
Fixed wing single engine · Reciprocating · Standard
1 NTSB record for this tail number, including substantial damage. See the full record below.

Registration

Registered Owner
KRUSE BRYAN J
Registrant Type
Individual
Location
BETHEL, AK
Status
Valid
Certificate Issued
Sep 26, 2023
Airworthiness Date
Aug 12, 1959
Expires
Sep 30, 2030
Approved Operations
-

Airframe

Manufacturer
PIPER
Model
PA-16
Year
1949
Serial Number
16-250
Seats
4
Engines
1
Max Weight
Up to 12,499 lb
Cruise Speed
87 kt
Type Certificate
-

Powerplant

Engine Manufacturer
LYCOMING
Engine Model
0-235 SERIES
Type
Reciprocating
Power
115 hp

Live Flight Status

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Transponder & Tracking

Mode S Code (Hex)
A735AA
Mode S Code (Octal)
51632652

The hex code is the aircraft's ICAO 24-bit address, broadcast by its ADS-B transponder. It is the key used to match live position reports to this registration.

NTSB Accident & Incident Record

Dec 6, 2000 Accident Substantial GLENEDEN BEACH, OR
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause

The pilot's excessive application of main wheel brakes. Factors include the pilot's failure to maintain directional control and his inadequate remedial action during his attempt to regain control.

NTSB SEA01LA027